A multiple choice examination, length 90 minutes weighted at 100% MCQ’s relating to human anatomy and physiology and patient assessment (meets LO's 1 and 2)

A practical Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) weighted 0% (pass/fail)
A 20 minutes OSCE relating to a clinical skill. (meets LO's 3 and 4)

All elements must be passed.

Formative
Formative MCQ tests with feedback
OSCE practice sessions with feedback
Feedback from mentors in placements
Personal & group tutorials.

The aim of this module is to introduce the learner to the structure and form of the human body, and then apply this knowledge to the development of practical skills essential to offer safe, effective care delivery. This module will form the basis of understanding of the normal functions and systems of relevant human anatomy and physiology. Students will then be able to consolidate these skills in clinical practice and consider these when addressing clinical conditions in subsequent level four and five modules.

In order to achieve the intended learning outcomes the module encompasses three main components: relevant human anatomy and physiology (A&P), the application of the knowledge and understanding of human A&P to healthcare practice and the development of clinical skills key to delivering safe, effective patient care.
Anatomy and Physiology

• The organisation of the human body and homeostasis
• Infection prevention, standard precautions and the principles of asepsis
• The muscular skeletal system related to mobility, immobility and falls risk/prevention
• The cardio-respiratory systems
• The gastrointestinal system, nutrition and hydration
• The urinary system
• Risk assessments in clinical practice – to include Falls, Nutritional risk, Waterlow, Barthels
• Stoma care
• Accurate measurement and recording of vital signs to include neurological assessment
• Learning how to recognise the deteriorating patient
• Basic life support (BLS) and choking – adult, child and infant and introduction to IHLS
• Nutritional and hydration support including enteral nutritional support
• Wound assessment and management (to include the anatomy and functions of the skin)
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Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: (90 hours)
60 hours key lectures
30 hours clinical skills labs for practical sessions

Guided Independent Study (210 hours)
84 hours directed learning using blackboard VLE, directed reading and preparation for classroom, skills lab or practice activity.
120 hours self-directed learning and assessment preparation.
6 hours examinations

Clinical Skills Labs
Clinical Skills equipment

Dougherty L and Lister S (Editors (2015) The Royal Marsden Hospital Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures Professional/Student Edition 9th Edition. Chichester, Wiley-Blackwell
Herlihy, B.L. (2014) The human body in health & illness. 5th Ed. St Louis, MO, Elsevier Saunders.
Peate I, Nair M, Hemming L, Wild K (2012) LeMone and Burkes Adult Nursing. Acute and Ongoing Care. Harlow, Pearson.
Waugh A , Grant A (2014) Ross and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness. 12th edition. London, Churchill Livingstone.

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the physiological basis underpinning healthcare practice. (Knowledge and Understanding)

2. Demonstrate understanding regarding the rationale for undertaking clinical aspects of care whilst ensuring working within own competency and role boundaries.
(Analysis, Application, Knowledge and understanding)

3. Develop new skills in the sphere of healthcare practice in a structured environment in order to develop competency in line with Skills for Health and own working environment requirements. (Analysis, Application)

4. Demonstrate accuracy and competency of skills in a simulated learning environment (Application)

This module will develop your knowledge around human anatomy and physiology alongside developing practical care skills. You will have the opportunity to work in a simulated clinical learning environment to develop confidence and competence in a range of practical skills deemed essential for the Assistant Practitioner role. These skills will consolidate your previous knowledge and experience with new learning, helping you to apply theory to practice to support you in your progression to the Assistant Practitioner role.